1960 Kansas City Athletics Pre-Season Scouting Report Summary
The page from the 1960 Baseball Handbook and Schedules focuses on the Kansas City Athletics, detailing their strengths, weaknesses, new players, and future prospects. The Athletics came close to leading the league team batting average, spearheaded by Russ Snyder (.313) and Bill Tuttle (.300). Bob Cerv, noted for his 20 home runs, was among the league's most formidable hitters. Pitcher Bud Daley, a left-hander, achieved 16 wins, marking him as the third most effective southpaw in the league in 1959. However, the team struggled with the league’s worst pitching and fielding, hampering their offensive capabilities. Notable additions from the Yankees include Don Larsen and Hank Bauer, along with potential talents like Norm Siebern and Marv Throneberry. Rookies Lou Klimchock and Leo Posada showed promise with strong averages in Shreveport.